How many points is DEFERENCE worth in Scrabble?

DEFERENCE is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DEFERENCE?

DEFERENCE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).

In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes DEFERENCES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

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15 pts

DEFERENCE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 15 points. DEFERENCE means "polite and respectful behaviour".

/ˈdɛfəɹəns/

Pronunciation: /ˈdɛ.fɚ.əns/

Great respect.
Example: The children treated their elders with deference.
The willingness to carry out the wishes of others.
Example: By tidying his room, he showed deference to his mother.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

polite and respectful behaviour

In a sentence: "The deference is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of DEFERENCE. It scores 15 points.

Add one letter after DEFERENCE. Every word is valid in CSW24 (International).

Up to 12 highest-scoring shorter words using only the letters in DEFERENCE, without blank tiles.

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Is DEFERENCE a Scrabble word?: DEFERENCE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 15 points.
What does DEFERENCE mean?: polite and respectful behaviour
How do you use DEFERENCE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The deference is noted."
How many points is DEFERENCE worth in Scrabble?: DEFERENCE is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DEFERENCE?: DEFERENCE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to DEFERENCE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes DEFERENCES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.